Our School offers students the opportunity to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Scheme. We have been offering this opportunity since 1973 as it aligns with the School’s philosophy of providing a wide variety of opportunities that enhance studies in the classroom.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award was founded in the United Kingdom in 1956 by H.R.H. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh at the time. The Award helps students to develop their passions, creates opportunities for them to develop skills, get physically active, give service and experience adventure.

In the last 10 years, the School has had four students complete their Gold Award. These students completed their Bronze and Silver Awards at School and achieved their final Gold Award either in Year 12 or in the first year of Graduation.

Emily Graham, from the Class of 2018 was presented her Gold Award in 2019. She got involved in the Award Scheme in Year 9.

“You need to choose an activity in each category and complete a certain number of hours, which has to be spread out over 12 months and be continuous,” she said. “The Gold Award really helps you get out of your comfort zone. You do things you never would have considered, and you find hobbies and interests which stay with you for life,” Emily stated.

Miranda Fahie, from the Class of 2020, completed her award at the end of her final year of School.

“I completed my Bronze in Year 9 and my Silver in Year 10. It took me over a year to complete the requirements for my Gold Award- I did 52 hours of music as my skill, 52 hours of running and soccer as my physical activity and 52 hours of service, which included working in the School Before and After School Care service and completing projects like Operation Christmas Child,” she said.

Miranda was fortunate to be selected to participate in a Youth Explorer Voyage on the Leeuwin sailing ship, which completed her Adventurous Journey component.

“I recommend the Duke of Edinburgh program to everyone, because it is a really great way of building your skills and achieving an award that is recognised nationally,” she stated.

Alex Wildy, who achieved his Gold Award in 2022 agrees.

“Thanks to Award, I have gained new skills and made new friends. Being presented to the Governor of Western Australia to receive my award was a memorable experience. I encourage other students to have a go. It is more achievable than you think and certainly very rewarding!”

Mrs Roxanne Wilson :: Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Co-ordinator